Recognition cues

First checks

  • Anchor on pear and green-apple fruit with gentle grapey tone.
  • Check frame as soft with low tannin.

Confidence signals

  • Neptune profile
  • Coherent medium/medium-axis frame typical of Neptune.

Aromas

Signature

Common

Occasional

Commonly confused with

Classic anchors

  • Classic regions: Arkansas · Mid-South · Eastern US vineyards
  • Classic styles: University of Arkansas first white seedless release with fruity flavor and crack resistance · Soft-framed white profile with orchard fruit and moderate sweetness tendency

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Common questions

Is Neptune a red or white grape variety?

Neptune is a white wine grape variety.

What does Neptune smell and taste like?

Signature aromas of Neptune include pear, green apple and grape note. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium acidity, Medium alcohol.

What blind-tasting cues distinguish Neptune?

Documented tells for Neptune: Anchor on pear and green-apple fruit with gentle grapey tone. and Check frame as soft with low tannin..

What is Neptune most often confused with in blind tasting?

Neptune is most commonly confused with Golden Muscat, Gratitude and Hope. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.

Where is Neptune grown?

Classic regions for Neptune include Arkansas, Mid-South and Eastern US vineyards.